Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Quick Facts

• Full-time Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (40 hours/week)
• Works in Diagnostic Imaging and also performs exams in the operating room and at the bedside (including portable exams)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm; weekends/holidays/on-call required

Description

Perform standardized diagnostic imaging procedures of limited complexity, sometimes working independently. Imaging may include bone and joint studies, fluoroscopic procedures, portable examinations, and routine radiology such as skull, spine, chest, torso, and extremities. You will capture digital radiographs, apply image algorithms, set technical exposure factors, and transmit verified images to PACS.

Responsibilities

• Receive and interpret procedure requests/instructions from radiologists/medical officers; prioritize based on room availability and urgency
• Perform imaging in main/outpatient areas, GI suite, operating room, and at bedside
• Perform exams such as cholangiography, UGI, barium enema, ERCP, fluoroscopy-guided procedures (including stent grafts, pacer placement, porta-cath and tunnel lines), myelography, arthrography, and lumbar puncture
• Provide patient education, positioning, and comfort/safety (cushions/shields as appropriate)
• Capture computerized radiographs; apply image algorithms; configure images and verify patient information before PACS transmission
• Determine technical factors (time, distance, kilovoltage, milliamperage) and operate equipment to achieve correct exposure
• Ensure radiation protection and appropriate beam limitation; use lead shielding when indicated

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Certified in general radiologic technology by ARRT (Radiography); advanced ARRT certification required for MRI or Mammography assignments performed independently (where applicable)
• Completion of an accredited diagnostic radiologic technology program (at least 24 months full-time or equivalent) with ARRT(R) certification
• Background/security investigation and pre-employment medical evaluation required
• Ability to work required schedule (including weekends/holidays/on-call)
• Must meet physical requirements including patient handling and color vision/depth perception

Benefits

• Competitive salary and regular salary increases (higher step may be determined based on unique qualifications)
• Paid time off: 37–50 days annual paid time off per year (annual leave, sick leave, federal holidays)
• Parental leave (after 12 months of employment)
• Child care subsidy eligibility (after 60 days; based on family income)
• Retirement: federal pension and 401K with up to 5% employer contributions
• Insurance: health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care options